Onyx
girl name#1406 in 2025Onyx entered the US charts in 1918, peaked at #1226 in 2023, ranks #1406 today — a fast riser climbing the charts.
Popularity 1918–2025
#1406
rank today
#1226
peak (2023)
155
babies in 2025
rising
a fast riser climbing the charts
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #4809 |
| 1980s | #9719 |
| 1990s | #7559 |
| 2000s | #7633 |
| 2010s | #3897 |
| 2020s | #1378 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Onyx has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 1,800 people named Onyx are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Onyx is a kid of about 5 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Onyx in 2025?
- Onyx ranks #1406 among US girl names in 2025, with 155 babies given the name.
- When was the name Onyx most popular?
- Onyx peaked in 2023, reaching #1226 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Onyx with classmates?
- Onyx will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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